Lovely color and great note.
I need more of these in my life.
They are more approachable in general vs their more "favorable" vintages however I do think these will just continue to evolve and be the one of the best values of the 90s.
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- January 24th, 2021, 10:37 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 1999 Chateau Magdelaine, St. Emilion
- Replies: 3
- Views: 265
- January 24th, 2021, 10:29 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Magdelaine 1998
- Replies: 14
- Views: 700
Re: Magdelaine 1998
The 90s of these will be fantastic... 90, 92, 95, 98, and I'll throw up 99 as under-appreciated. (Good call Robert, though it will also go the long haul)
Great bottle.
Great bottle.
- January 24th, 2021, 8:50 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Tn: 2014 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
- Replies: 3
- Views: 346
Re: Tn: 2014 Kosta Browne Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast
I think Chris has a good point, their will be critiques and they serve up some serious juice. I would not say they are unpopular. They did rise to quite an esteemed position in the world of Cali Pinot Noir, cult at one point and still are for some. And I don't dislike them; I still have an 08 laying...
- January 24th, 2021, 7:42 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2004 Vignobles Laplace Madiran (France, Southwest France, Madiran)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 51
TN: 2004 Vignobles Laplace Madiran (France, Southwest France, Madiran)
2004 Vignobles Laplace Madiran - France, Southwest France, Madiran (1/24/2021) Can't believe this thing was 10 bucks 17 or so years ago. Talk about value. Had 3 over the lifetime and this last one was still giving. I really liked it, felt nostalgic, and wish I had one more for the near term. Dark g...
- January 22nd, 2021, 9:33 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 1997 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese
- Replies: 7
- Views: 256
Re: TN: 1997 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese
Small world, just picked up a few 2018s from Kesselstatt today, Kabinetts though.
Sounds like a fantastic flavor profile. Love when you get lavender with the orange and citrus.
Jealousy ensues.
Sounds like a fantastic flavor profile. Love when you get lavender with the orange and citrus.
Jealousy ensues.
- January 22nd, 2021, 6:31 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: The seduction and disappointment in German Spätburgunders
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1590
Re: TN: The seduction and disappointment in German Spätburgunders
Fantastic write up as always Otto. Unfortunate on the overall showing; still informative. Enjoyed reading about the highs of it, then damn there were some lows. I don't think I've ever seen you smite something with a score as low as a 67 before. Area 51 must have been a dumpster fire. Otto isn’t Am...
- January 22nd, 2021, 6:26 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2001 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Emile 375ème Anniversaire
- Replies: 12
- Views: 404
Re: TN: 2001 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Emile 375ème Anniversaire
Happy Birthday, excellent wine, and I like the note. All is well with the world tonight.
- January 22nd, 2021, 4:45 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: The seduction and disappointment in German Spätburgunders
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1590
Re: TN: The seduction and disappointment in German Spätburgunders
Fantastic write up as always Otto. Unfortunate on the overall showing; still informative. Enjoyed reading about the highs of it, then damn there were some lows. I don't think I've ever seen you smite something with a score as low as a 67 before. Area 51 must have been a dumpster fire.
- January 22nd, 2021, 4:17 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2001 Trimbach
- Replies: 8
- Views: 379
Re: 2001 Trimbach
This was my NYE wine, and it was stellar. Drinking beautifully and everything I wanted out of the experience.
- January 22nd, 2021, 3:58 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Found the perfect wine for Neal Mollen
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1369
Re: Found the perfect wine for Neal Mollen
He should have a vertical and open a bottle every Oct. 10th.
- January 22nd, 2021, 3:31 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 15345
- Views: 786198
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
2 x 2019 Wittmann Westhofener Morstein Riesling Großes Gewächs
2 x 2018 Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Großes Gewächs
2 x 2018 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Kabinett
Riesling and Bordeaux kick lately
2 x 2018 Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer-Sonnenuhr Riesling Großes Gewächs
2 x 2018 Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Kabinett
Riesling and Bordeaux kick lately
- January 20th, 2021, 8:37 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Vosne-Romanée 1940-2010
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1205
Re: Vosne-Romanée 1940-2010
Very cool William, Thanks for sharing. I'm sure there are a lot of interesting stories behind how things eventually did develop.
- January 19th, 2021, 8:30 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Please help me love Chenin Blanc
- Replies: 74
- Views: 3289
Re: Please help me love Chenin Blanc
Vince has some good questions, will help folks to home in on more specific recs.
Otherwise just from what you wrote, you don't shy from sweeter wines. If the Huet Demi Sec doesn't move you, I struggle to think what will. Huet is kinda the benchmark there.
Otherwise just from what you wrote, you don't shy from sweeter wines. If the Huet Demi Sec doesn't move you, I struggle to think what will. Huet is kinda the benchmark there.
- January 19th, 2021, 8:22 pm
- Forum: Epicurean Exploits - Food and Recipes
- Topic: How do you like your eggs?
- Replies: 53
- Views: 1429
Re: How do you like your eggs?
My latest guilty pleasure, poached egg sandwiches. The eggs poached to perfection and runny as hell when they break. The key for me is the bread, brioche; which I then bird nest out a bit. Hit it with some butter and and garlic before toasting them up. Salt, Pepper, serve and try not to get too mess...
- January 19th, 2021, 4:34 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2014 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Distinguished Vineyards Soda Canyon Ranch Vineyards
- Replies: 1
- Views: 185
TN: 2014 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Distinguished Vineyards Soda Canyon Ranch Vineyards
2014 Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Distinguished Vineyards Soda Canyon Ranch Vineyards - USA, California, Napa Valley (1/18/2021) Last minute selection to go with a NY Strip. I popped and let this decant the time it basically took to cook end to end. Maybe 30 or so, but drak over 2 da...
- January 19th, 2021, 2:06 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 1 night, 2 people, 7 bottles of 2014 white burgundy.
- Replies: 30
- Views: 1831
Re: 1 night, 2 people, 7 bottles of 2014 white burgundy.
It pained me to read that. I definitely don't want to say I avoid white burg, but I definitely think twice before buying. I only had one premoxed in the last 6 months.
That kinda run though, Jesus.
That kinda run though, Jesus.
- January 18th, 2021, 3:54 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: How to judge how long a wine needs to peak?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 233
Re: How to judge how long a wine needs to peak?
To be honest, that's a never ending debate and a matter of taste mixed in. Peak, apogee, prime, stride, all those things are an art not a science and subjective IMO. There's no silver bullet answer. I just saw a post speaking to oxidative vs oxidized. It spoke of characteristics that emerge in aged ...
- January 18th, 2021, 3:31 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: Lots of older ('95-'72) Loire Chenin and then some
- Replies: 11
- Views: 529
Re: TN: Lots of older ('95-'72) Loire Chenin and then some
Jesus Otto, every time you post one of these its like being in on the adventure. Love your notes, the history, and the context. I learn something new every time.
Well done and Thank You!
Well done and Thank You!
- January 18th, 2021, 9:26 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Wines you drink the most of
- Replies: 92
- Views: 4340
Re: Wines you drink the most of
I'd say Loring, Kutch, and Prum
Sounds like a law firm.
Sounds like a law firm.
- January 18th, 2021, 12:56 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Have wine auction lots become much more scarce....?
- Replies: 53
- Views: 2253
Re: Have wine auction lots become much more scarce....?
On scarce, that's a matter of taste and what you re looking for. I've not had trouble finding my needs over time. Looking for rare, weird, or odd, maybe need to be patient. That leads to the second matter, expensive... Yes, often hefty-priced depending on vintage and uniqueness for lack of a better ...
- January 18th, 2021, 12:24 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 15345
- Views: 786198
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
And due to someone reminding me of something I needed to look in on...
3 x 2001 Château Léoville Barton
3 x 2001 Château Léoville Barton
- January 17th, 2021, 11:54 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 15345
- Views: 786198
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
3 x 2017 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
3 x 2004 Château Léoville Barton
3 x 2004 Château Léoville Barton
- January 17th, 2021, 9:12 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: POLL: Top vintage for red Bordeaux 1980 - 1999
- Replies: 41
- Views: 1747
Re: Top vintage for red Bordeaux 1980 - 1999
This will be a crap shoot between 82, 89, and 90. Honorable mention to 86. I'm feeling 82.
- January 17th, 2021, 9:07 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Your favorite non-red with 10+ years of age
- Replies: 16
- Views: 845
Re: Your favorite non-red with 10+ years of age
Flawed, I think that White Zin should have its own option
- January 17th, 2021, 9:00 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
- Replies: 75
- Views: 3130
Re: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
I favor the earlier vintages. I think the jury is still out on the more recent. I actually loved 2004, more classic to my tastes, underrated, can find it for a fair price, and it ages well. 2005 was over-ripe and the more recent have been more hit and miss inconsistent for being over-done. 2000 is ...
- January 17th, 2021, 7:23 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Wine rules you should break
- Replies: 42
- Views: 2480
Re: Wine rules you should break
This might be uncontroversial, but if I'm having red meat in an acidic sauce I will always reach for a white. That wasn't listed yet its something I always heard as a norm. Red meats mean red wines. I like a full bodied acidic white with an acidic sauce no matter what the meat. They work IMO. Good ...
- January 17th, 2021, 7:16 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What to pair with Prum Auslese?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 2906
Re: What to pair with Prum Auslese?
Many great pairings here. One of my favorite and probably not mentioned/overlooked. Brunch with danishes, donuts, and fruit. Its killer.
Last vacation before the shit show derailed vacations, great start to a Sunday.
Last vacation before the shit show derailed vacations, great start to a Sunday.
- January 17th, 2021, 7:07 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
- Replies: 75
- Views: 3130
Re: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
I favor the earlier vintages. I think the jury is still out on the more recent. I actually loved 2004, more classic to my tastes, underrated, can find it for a fair price, and it ages well. 2005 was over-ripe and the more recent have been more hit and miss inconsistent for being over-done. 2000 is ...
- January 17th, 2021, 5:28 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Zo Wines Carignane (USA, California, Sonoma County, Alexander Valley)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 118
TN: 2018 Zo Wines Carignane (USA, California, Sonoma County, Alexander Valley)
2018 Zo Wines Carignane - USA, California, Sonoma County, Alexander Valley (1/17/2021) Bottle decant of like 40 while puttering in the cellar. The color is a deep inky violet with shades of garnet. Nose is concentrated, red fruits, tart, asparagus, cough drop, and a hint of bubble gum. The front is...
- January 17th, 2021, 5:03 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
- Replies: 75
- Views: 3130
Re: Poll: Top Red Bordeaux vintage of the Century
I favor the earlier vintages. I think the jury is still out on the more recent. I actually loved 2004, more classic to my tastes, underrated, can find it for a fair price, and it ages well. 2005 was over-ripe and the more recent have been more hit and miss inconsistent for being over-done. 2000 is a...
- January 17th, 2021, 4:54 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Wine rules you should break
- Replies: 42
- Views: 2480
Re: Wine rules you should break
I think the only lines I've never crossed on that list were "Wine should only come in a bottle" and "Don't put ice in wine". I've never had a box wine so far as I'm aware and I can't recall ever dropping an ice cube in a glass. Not that it could not have its place, I just don't f...
- January 17th, 2021, 4:42 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: The Clean Wine Movement...
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1312
Re: The Clean Wine Movement...
The biggest proponent behind "clean" wine is CameronDiaz, who appears to be a glamorous celebrity and actress. Had to look her up... She got her start on this path as a proponent of natural hair products... lol, I was so tempted to pop this in the thread earlier then got busy with house t...
- January 17th, 2021, 4:39 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: Two Swiss Whites....(short/boring)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 189
Re: TN: Two Swiss Whites....(short/boring)
Don't think I've ever had a Swiss wine and I'm surprised I never X'd that box on my BINGO card.
Sounds interesting, may have to make that a 2021 imperative.
Sounds interesting, may have to make that a 2021 imperative.
- January 17th, 2021, 3:06 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: A memorable gathering
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1946
Re: TN: A memorable gathering
I love when a TN starts with "After more than a century,..."
Sounds fantastic and thanks for sharing.
Sounds fantastic and thanks for sharing.
- January 17th, 2021, 10:08 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
- Replies: 7
- Views: 339
Re: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
That wine looks great, Rich. The 59 Feinst Auslese also had an orange color similar to that but now quite as intense. TY, and that's a bawler move, a 59 Auslese is your pizza wine [cheers.gif] Let me know the next time you order a pie, I'm headed over. I couldn't get over the color either. I think ...
- January 17th, 2021, 9:21 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
- Replies: 7
- Views: 339
Re: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
The bottle took a beating over the years, did not affect the juice one iota.
And Thanks for the notes, it immediately brought me back in time.
And Thanks for the notes, it immediately brought me back in time.
- January 17th, 2021, 9:16 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
- Replies: 7
- Views: 339
Re: 1959 FK Schmitt Rehbach Feinste Auslese / 1986 Müller-Catoir Mussbacher Eselshaut Rieslaner TBA
Some time back I popped a 1949 Franz Karl Schmitt Nierstein Kehr Beerenauslese, just brilliant. The color was so rich and then the palate.. amazing. Unreal longevity in these wines and I can still recall the experience like it was yesterday. Franz.Karl.Schmitt.Nierstein.sm.jpg Franz.Karl.Schmitt.Nie...
- January 17th, 2021, 9:03 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 604
Re: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
I just dialed up 3 of the 2017s. Likewise have glowing write-ups.
"From a single block in the Bohan Vineyard with more rocky soils (the vineyard is mostly loamy, goldridge soils),..."
Will need to start keeping these on my radar.
"From a single block in the Bohan Vineyard with more rocky soils (the vineyard is mostly loamy, goldridge soils),..."
Will need to start keeping these on my radar.
- January 16th, 2021, 7:34 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 604
Re: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
As macabre as that is, just makes it more cool.
- January 16th, 2021, 7:14 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2003 Turley Petite Syrah Hayne Vineyard (USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 400
Re: TN: 2003 Turley Petite Syrah Hayne Vineyard (USA, California, Napa Valley, St. Helena)
Not cheap for PS yet they are built like tanks and can definitely run. Twenty years to start in an average vintage if well preserved. Enjoy.
- January 16th, 2021, 6:48 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
- Replies: 7
- Views: 604
Re: TN: 2018 Kutch Pinot Noir Graveyard Block Bohan Vineyard
Interesting, was not aware of that specific block either, nor likewise paying attention; and Kutch is a fixture YOY. Bohan's usually the first to go from any vintage for me. I hold on to Falstaff and McDougall for the long run usually. This now has my attention, especially if you believe it holds up...
- January 16th, 2021, 6:28 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: TN: 2002 Dönnhoff Norheimer Kirschheck Riesling Spätlese (Germany, Nahe)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 332
Re: TN: 2002 Dönnhoff Norheimer Kirschheck Riesling Spätlese (Germany, Nahe)
Great note, and I also think I found a new favorite dish for the Mrs.
- January 13th, 2021, 5:31 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: News from Williams Selyem
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2287
Re: News from Williams Selyem
I agree. In the day and age of selling to large multi-brand global conglomerates, this is a refreshing move.alan weinberg wrote: ↑January 13th, 2021, 12:35 pm Faiveley will certainly respect the terroir and be a great partner.
- January 13th, 2021, 3:41 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: 2 Questions about aging rosé
- Replies: 33
- Views: 1659
Re: 2 Questions about aging rosé
1995 Chateau Musar Rosé - Lebanon, Bekaa Valley (9/24/2017) NIGHT ONE: I didn't honestly have high hopes for this after the last bottle we opened on my birthday last year. However...this is just in a lovely spot. It's actually more like a mature version of the blanc right now. Scents of beeswax, ye...
- January 13th, 2021, 8:49 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Horrible news about a Berserker - Frank Drew, RIP
- Replies: 145
- Views: 9205
Re: Horrible news about a Berserker - Frank Drew, RIP
@Nola Palomar thanks for asking. My Uncle cared a lot about working people, and food and wine. One thing he was very mindful of right now are all the restaurant workers who have lost their jobs because of pandemic closures. I know that some people are making donations in his honor to the Restaurant...
- January 13th, 2021, 8:44 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: UPS Has Gone Berserko...
- Replies: 44
- Views: 3488
Re: UPS Has Gone Berserko...
I've had good luck with UPS and FedEx of late. Some packages coming sooner than I expected.
Then there is USPS. Sent my Mom's xmas gift ~3 weeks before holiday, and it just arrived there yesterday. Tracking and insurance gave some comfort but yup, 5 weeks.
Then there is USPS. Sent my Mom's xmas gift ~3 weeks before holiday, and it just arrived there yesterday. Tracking and insurance gave some comfort but yup, 5 weeks.
- January 12th, 2021, 5:30 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Low on daily drinkers...Best QPR wines available online today
- Replies: 62
- Views: 5737
Re: Low on daily drinkers...Best QPR wines available online today
I feel the best QPR's are in the Rhone Valley.. Cote du Rhones can be some really great daily drinkers.. Some examples that I regularly buy are: Saint Cosme (favorite winery) - CDR / little james basket press/Les Deux Albion just had the basket press white wine (blend of viognier/sauv-blanc) at a r...
- January 10th, 2021, 11:08 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: The Generosity of Berserkers
- Replies: 47
- Views: 2306
Re: The Generosity of Berserkers
Fantastic story and Thank You for sharing the story. We have some truly wonderful and generous people on this board.
I look forward to reading the notes once you've picked yourself up off the floor![cheers [cheers.gif]](./images/smilies/cheers.gif)
I look forward to reading the notes once you've picked yourself up off the floor
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- January 10th, 2021, 11:03 am
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: Horrible news about a Berserker - Frank Drew, RIP
- Replies: 145
- Views: 9205
Re: Horrible news about a Berserker - Frank Drew, RIP
Horrible news and just tragic.
RIP Frank
RIP Frank
- January 9th, 2021, 4:55 pm
- Forum: Wine Talk
- Topic: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
- Replies: 15345
- Views: 786198
Re: What is YOUR most recent wine purchase?
6 x 2014 Chateau Meyney St. Estephe I have 6 of those as well and high hopes for them. They excelled with this vintage, and I am a long time fan of the Producer. Recently missed out on some aged bottles, told myself I'd go and grab some of the more recent. I have high hopes as well. I'll probably p...